GRE Word List

EMISSARY

one designated as the agent of another : representative

The meaning of the word emissary is one designated as the agent of another : representative.

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WordMeaning
finalethe close or termination of something: such as
transpireto take place : go on
abeyancea state of temporary inactivity : suspension
subsequentfollowing in time, order, or place
languishto be or become feeble, weak, or enervated
tractablecapable of being easily led, taught, or controlled : docile
horoscopea diagram of the relative positions of planets and signs of the zodiac at a specific time (as at one's birth) for use by astrologers in inferring individual character and personality traits and in foretelling events of a person's life
titterto laugh in a nervous, affected, or partly suppressed manner : giggle
fuss:trouble or worry over trifles; make nervous; pay too much attention to; N: needless concern or worry (about a trivial thing); anxious nervous condition; display of attention; Ex. make a fuss over the baby
sinecurean office or position that requires little or no work and that usually provides an income